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It's time to celebrate Nursing Assistants Day on June 17! This day is set aside to recognize the hard work and dedication of nursing assistants around the world. Dating back to the early 1800s, many nursing assistants have worked tirelessly to provide high quality care and support for their patients and families. On this special day, let’s all come together and give thanks for these amazing individuals who make a huge difference in our lives. So take some time today to show your appreciation for all that they do!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Era of Pioneering Nurse Assistants</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the early 1800s, nurse assistants began their work, providing aid and support to nurses and doctors.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1854</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Florence Nightingale's Influence</div><div class='timeline-text'>Florence Nightingale revolutionized nursing during the Crimean War, leading to better recognition and professional training for nursing assistants.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1940s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>World War II Demand</div><div class='timeline-text'>The demand for nursing assistants dramatically increased in the 1940s during World War II, leading to a surge in training programs.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1987</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Federal Regulation</div><div class='timeline-text'>The Federal Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) established minimum standards for nursing assistant training and competency evaluation programs.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Recognition and Growth</div><div class='timeline-text'>The profession of nursing assistants continued to grow and gain recognition, with increased appreciation for their role in patient care.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Nursing Assistants Week</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Nursing Assistants Week, including Nursing Assistants Day, was established, recognizing the important role of nursing assistants in healthcare.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Send a thank you card</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Show your appreciation for your local nursing assistants by sending them a thank you card or letter. Let them know how much you appreciate all that they do.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Hold a party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Throw a party in honor of all the hardworking nursing assistants. Have food and drinks and invite your local nursing assistants to come celebrate.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Give gifts</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make up personalized gift baskets for each of your nursing assistants. Include items such as snacks, books, journals, and other items that are sure to show your appreciation.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Put up decorations</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Hang decorations around your facility to let your nursing assistants know how much you appreciate them. Make a banner or use streamers to show that you care.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize an event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a fun event for your nursing assistants. This could be anything from a potluck dinner to game night. Whatever it is make sure it includes lots of fun and that your nursing assistants feel appreciated.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Nursing Assistants provide vital care</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Nursing assistants are often on the front lines when it comes to providing care for the sick, elderly, and those with disabilities. They can help make the lives of their patients easier by assisting with tasks such as helping them get dressed and moving around safely.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Nursing Assistants offer emotional support</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Nursing Assistants are not just there to help their patients with physical needs - they also serve an important role in providing emotional support. They are there to listen to concerns, share stories, and simply be present in a time of need.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Nursing Assistants promote safety & well being</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Nursing assistants are trained to recognize signs of potential danger or health problems. This means if a patient is at risk of falling or experiencing a medical emergency, they know what actions to take in order to keep them safe and get them the help they need.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Nursing Assistants Have Wide Range of Work Settings</h3><p class='facts-content'>Nursing assistants are found in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and home care, providing versatility to the healthcare force.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Nursing Assistants Undergo Rigorous Training</h3><p class='facts-content'>Nursing assistants need to complete training programs which cover a large selection of skills including first aid, basic care, and knowledge about specific health conditions.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Nursing Assistants Often Work Long Hours</h3><p class='facts-content'>Many nursing assistants work beyond the typical 40-hour week, including night shifts and holidays, underscoring their dedication to patient care.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Nursing Assistants Serve a Diverse Patient Population</h3><p class='facts-content'>From pediatrics to geriatrics, nursing assistants work with patients of all ages and backgrounds providing critical cultural competency in healthcare.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Nursing Assistants are Valuable Patient Observers</h3><p class='facts-content'>Nursing assistants spend a lot of time with patients, allowing them to notice subtle changes in health conditions and report back to nursing teams, aiding in faster and more accurate diagnosis and treatments.</p></div></div>
Nursing Assistants Day is celebrated on June 17 every year. In 2024 Nursing Assistants Day will occur on a Monday.
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